City leaders announce new initiative to combat prostitution, human trafficking in Bissonnet area

HOUSTON — Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo, Mayor Sylvester Turner and County Attorney Vince Ryan announced a new initiative to combat prostitution and human trafficking in the Bissonnet area on Wednesday.

A particular stretch of Bissonnet Street — refered to as "The Track" in many circles— has remained a popular hub for prostitution for the last several years. The Harris County Attorney's Office has filed a court injunction to force pimps, prostitutes, and their John' off the streets of H-town.

"Part of the challenge is we live in the biggest 'un-zoned' city in America," Ryan said.

According to officials, the area is world-famous for sex trafficking, even advertised on international websites as "Houston's Red Light District."